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Stephen Berry

I'm Steve an experienced Freelance Creative based in Sheffield UK and since Covid have become a photographer specialising in miniature pop culture photography utilising and celebrating old school none digital special effects and household items to create cinematic scenes along with the help from pre made figures and miniatures to create convincing scenes. All from the confines of my living room working on a platform no bigger than an A3 sheet of paper with basic lighting and camera. Nothing fancy about my tech or what I do but the passion and effort I put in hopefully shines through. I'd love for more people to be able to enjoy my work I'm from a humble background and have worked really hard through my career.

www.robotwig.com

Statement

Since losing work during COVID I've been working hard creating miniature photographs for people to enjoy on social media. Every single day since 2020 I've posted a brand new photo for people to enjoy. Before 2020 I had no clue how to use a camera and lighting and taught myself from scratch. I put a lot of passion and effort into each and every one of my scenes. They all tell a different story and evoke a feeling. I work very hard to do these shots practically using very little digital work. I want to celebrate hands on creativity and I hope the real elements add value to my photography. My work brings a lot of joy and memories to people online and I'd love for more people to be able to view my work.

Practically Shot Miniature Photography

Critics' Choice 2026

Series Submission

Submitted April 26, 2026

Field Trip

Miniature photography created using practical elements. Real figures, lighting and miniature sets. All shots done from my living room.

Taking a dip

Practically shot miniature photography using real figures, miniature sets, homemade special effects (foil for water and cotton wool for splashes) and lighting. I showcase behind the scenes setups for every shot I do. All shots done in my living room

Stormtroopers on the hunt

Practically shot miniature photography using real figures, lighting and miniature sets. This shot was created using broom heads for the corn field. All shot in my living room.

Shhhh

Shot practically using the old Peppers Ghost technique, figures and miniature sets. I want to bring practical effects and old school techniques back to the forefront using modern ways.

I want my mummy

All shot practically using real figures, miniature sets and lighting. Done from my living room

Dark knight

Shot using practical effects, coloured lighting, smoke, cotton wool for fire and miniature sets.

Captured

Shot using real figures, lighting and miniature sets and a piece of bent Perspex to create a tank

Grandpas Potions

All created using real figures, miniature sets and figures. Cotton wool was used for the cauldron smoke

Shark attack

Shot practically using tin foil for water, figures and real lighting. Done all from the confines of my living room

Argonath

Shot using two bookends, tree bark for mountains, foil for water, smoke and miniature boats, all created in my living room.